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UK government's VAT cut on family activities welcomed but analysts warn savings may not reach households
UK government's VAT cut on family activities welcomed but analysts warn savings may not reach households
One analyst said this is an important boost for small businesses.
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Tortilla flags £2.5m accounting irregularity in French business
The brand is also restructuring its business in France.
Greggs sales hit £800m after 7.5% rise in first 19 weeks
The company said expanding franchise and grocery partnerships boosted sales.
Burger King UK lifts sales 6.8% to £379.9m in FY2025
The increase was mainly driven by higher home delivery volumes.
Inspire Brands enters IPO pipeline with confidential SEC filing
The company did not disclose the number of shares to be sold or the expected price range.
McDonald’s UK sales rise 7.8% in Q1 2026
Growth was driven by a stronger focus on customer demand and faster execution by staff.
Franco Manca secures CVA approval for major restructuring plan
This allows the company to invest in its remaining restaurants and explore future growth.
KFC UK system sales rise 9% in Q1
The company said KFC’s performance is expected to remain solid into Q2.
Starbucks global sales rise 6.2% in Q2
Revenue rose 9% to $9.5b, or 8% on a constant currency basis.
Domino’s Pizza Group reports sales lift of 5.8% in Q1
The group said its costs are hedged for up to 2027.
Comptoir Group reports £1.37m loss in 2025
EBITDA inched up to £1.1m in 2025 from £0.8m in 2024.
Creams Café files trademark for ‘Froffle Toast’ launch
This move aims to secure ownership before similar versions appear.
Franco Manca to undertake a CVA
The group cites higher payroll taxes, no rate relief, and higher UK VAT than in Europe as the reason.
Bow Street Group posts 6.1% like-for-like sales growth in March
Targeted investment lifted performance, with refurbished sites outperforming and others returning to growth.
Greggs profit fall 20.3% as heat dents footfall
The group expects employment cost inflation to be the biggest driver for 2026.
Smacks Burgers & Hot Chicken launches £3.2m funding raise to fuel expansion
The brand received early backing from British hip hop duo Krept & Konan.
Starbucks UK reports £30.1m profit in 2025 amidst ‘tougher’ market
The group plans to open a further 500 new sites in the next five years.
